Research Specialist
Listed on 2026-09-13
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Research/Development
Clinical Research, Medical Science, Biomedical Science, Research Assistant/Associate
The Frietze Laboratory in the Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, led by Dr. Kathryn M. Frietze, is seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated, and experienced Research Specialist to support vaccine research initiatives in the health sciences . The successful candidate will support all research initiatives in the Frietze Lab, including providing technical support to trainees in the laboratory, managing day-to-day laboratory operations, ordering supplies, ensuring lab safety requirements, maintaining laboratory equipment, maintaining laboratory records and inventories.
This position requires strong technical expertise (molecular biology, immunology, microscopy, infectious disease (BSL2), and rodent animal models), independent problem-solving skills, and maintaining rigorous standards for quality control, documentation, and safety. The Research Specialist will work closely with Dr. Frietze, research staff, trainees, and collaborators, so strong written and oral communication skills are essential.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Immunology, or related field)
- Experience with rodent research methodologies including infectious disease models in ABSL-2
- Experience with rodent handling and procedures
- Molecular biology experience, including qPCR, protein purification, western blot,
- Cell biology experience, including growing and maintaining mammalian cells
- Experience with equipment monitoring and maintenance
- Experience working in an academic research environment
- Familiar with IACUC protocols, biosafety protocols, and human subjects protocols, both writing and maintaining
Monthly Salary:
$3,841.07 - $5,148.00
Funding for this position is available until 11/30/2027. Continuation past that date subject to funding.
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